Those of you who travel across the world know how brutal a long-haul flight can be. From bloating and swelling, to migraines and fatigue, you are likely to experience a wide range of unpleasant sensations when you are on a plane. Unless you are one of the few lucky ones who can afford First or Business Class, a long flight may be …
Affordable Luxury at Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort
If you are a beach lover nothing will satisfy your need to be close to the water like the Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort. Positioned on some of the best real estate in the Oxnard area, this all-suite resort is everything you may want for your beach vacation: waterfront playground, lots of amenities …
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Family Fun in Palm Desert: The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
I can’t remember a specific point in time when my love for animals began, but I remember that a trip to the zoo made the best outing for me as a kid. I even enjoyed the smell that surrounded the animal cages (not particularly clean and well kept in our town).
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Hiking the Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail
If you are ever in Palm Springs, California, don’t miss the Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail, one of the most beautiful areas of the in the Sonoran Desert of the Coachella Valley. This 2 mile loop that travels through a dramatic desert landscape on a narrow rocky trail is one of the hidden gems in the USA. …
Interview with Amar Hussain from “Gap Year Escape”
My guest for the Travel Blogger Interviews this month is Amar Hussain, a British traveller committed to making his gap year dreams a reality. His blog – Gap Year Escape – is the perfect guide for budget travel, backpacking, adventure, and expat living. Over the past 3 years, Amar has experienced many countries around the world, but he specializes in …
Exploring Paso Robles Through My Taste Buds
Getting to Paso Robles by Train ‘Is this the train for San Luis Obispo?’ ‘Yes ma’am’, the conductor replied. So I grabbed my suitcase and rushed towards the front railcar. Anticipation always plays an important part in my travels. But I was feeling no excitement or anticipation that morning when I boarded the train for my Paso Robles media tour. As …
Paso Robles Hampton Inn – not Your Average Hilton Property
Hampton Inns may be your average, in the “budget” tier of Hilton properties, but every once in a while you come across one that’s just above and beyond your usual experience. Such is the case of Paso Robles Hampton Inn, nestled in the Central Coast wine region of California. The hotel sits just across from the beautiful La Bellasera …
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How to Dress Like a European – The Ultimate Packing List for Europe
Ready to spend a couple of weeks in Europe but still struggling with your packing list? Most of us care how we look and how others perceive us. But even if looking sharp is not your main priority, blending in with the locals and not being labeled a tourist is always a good idea when …
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Deconstructing Las Vegas – a First Time Visitor’s Guide
If this is your first time in Las Vegas you are probably very excited about your visit. I’m sure you must have heard a lot about this glitzy oasis in the dry desert of southern Nevada. Las Vegas is the epitome of luxury, decadence and extremes. Depending on how you look at it, Las Vegas may be this glitzy, glamorous and mesmerizing …
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